Operating instructions for your 75 WX ST COMPACT REMOTE MOUNT CB RADIO WITH COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6500 W. Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 “Cuts Noise Coming In... Strengthens Signals Going Out” “Ingenious Products for Easier Communication.” Printed in Thailand Cobra Electronics Corp.© 1997 Part no.
INTRODUCTION How to use your 75 WX ST CITIZENS BAND RADIO WITH SOUNDTRACKER CONTENTS: Introduction ..........................................3 Features ............................................3 Technical Support and service ..........3 Controls and Indicators ..................4/5 Included with your 75WX ....................6 Installation ............................................7 Connector Box Location ....................7 Mounting Connector Box ..............8/9 Microphone Hanger ...............
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 4 5 4 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 6 7 3 2 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
INTRODUCTION INSTALLATION COMPONENTS INCLUDED CONNECTOR BOX LOCATION 6 7 LOCATION Mount your Cobra 75 WX ST Connector Box in a convenient location, away from moisture and direct sunlight, in a location that will not interfere with driving. Cobra suggests mounting it either under the front seat or on the fire wall. UNDER THE FRONT SEAT INSTALLATION 75 WX ST Transceiver Connector Box uctions for your Operating instr 5 WX ST 7 T MOTE MOUN COMPACT RE TH CB RADIO WI g Out” s Signals Goin ng In...
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CONNECTOR BOX CONNECTOR BOX 8 MOUNTING CONNECTOR BOX 1. Hold Cobra 75 WX ST Connector Box in exact location desired for mounting. 2. Using it as a template, mark the location for the mounting screws (included). NOTE: Make certain that nothing will interfere with the installation of the mounting screws, before drilling holes. 3. Mount Connector Box as shown. 9 CONNECTING WIRES 1. Connect the antenna cable connector. 2.
INSTALLATION MICROPHONE HANGER INSTALLATION CB ANTENNA 10 INSTALLING MICROPHONE HANGER 1. Hold microphone hanger in location desired for mounting. Make certain that nothing will interfere with the hanger’s installation. 2. Mark the location for the three mounting screws (screws included). 11 CB ANTENNA INSTALLATION A For the most reliable operation and maximum range, Cobra recommends using a vertically polarized, quarter wave length whip antenna (illustration A).
INSTALLATION SPEAKERS/NOISE INTERFERENCE OPERATION HOW SOUNDTRACKER WORKS 12 EXTERNAL SPEAKER INSTALLATION 13 SOUNDTRACKER SYSTEM While previous systems only “blanked out” or limited noise in higher sound frequencies, the revolutionary new SoundTracker System actually reduces noise while leaving the signal intact in the reception mode. In the transmission mode, it actually strengthens the signal, providing you with a significant reduction in noise on reception and transmission.
OPERATION OPERATION TURNING CB ON SELECTING A CHANNEL 15 14 TURNING YOUR CB ON SELECTING A CHANNEL 1. Rotate the power ONOFF Volume Control clockwise. 1. Change channels by pressing either the channel ▲ up or channel ▼ down key . 2. Turn the Squelch Control counterclockwise until noise is heard. 2. To quick-advance channels, press and hold either key. OUNDTRACKER TM 3. Adjust volume to a comfortable level.
OPERATION OPERATION ACTIVATING SOUNDTRACKER TESTING SOUNDTRACKER 16 17 ACTIVATING SOUNDTRACKER TESTING SOUNDTRACKER 1. Depress the SoundTracker key. 1. Select any unused channel on your CB. 40 AM RX +30 SIG 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 2. Open the squelch control fully by turning the knob counterclock-wise until it stops. 2. ST will be displayed on the LCD readout. SOUNDTRACKER TM 40 +30 SIG 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 PWR 3. Turn the volume up louder than your normal listening level. 4.
OPERATION OPERATION SETTING THE SQUELCH SETTING THE SQUELCH 18 19 5. If you turn the squelch control fully counterclockwise, it lowers the “squelch gate” so low that everything gets through - noise, weak signals and strong signals. SETTING THE SQUELCH 1. Turn CB on by turning the volume control clockwise. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. 2. Before setting the squelch control on your radio, you must select a channel that is not in use. 6.
OPERATION OPERATION LCD READOUT TRANSMIT/RECEIVE 20 21 TO RECEIVE 1. Your 75 WX ST is automatically in the receive mode and RX is illuminated. 40 AM RX ST +30 SIG 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 PWR TO TRANSMIT 1. Press the Press-To-Talk (PTT) key. LCD DISPLAY Your Cobra 75 WX ST CB is designed with a liquid crystal display that indicates channel number, frequency and the operating mode.
OPERATION OPERATION ONE TOUCH CHANNEL 9 AND 19 ONE TOUCH CHANNEL 9 AND 19 22 23 4. You are now on information channel 19 EMERGENCY CHANNEL 9 OR INFORMATION CHANNEL 19 +30 SIG 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 PWR 5. Press 9/19 again to return to the original channel selected. 9 AM ST 3. To access information channel 19, press Channel 9/19 key again. RX ST 1. To access emergency channel 9, press Channel 9/19 key once. 2.
OPERATION OPERATION KEY LOCK FREQUENCY DISPLAY 24 25 KEY LOCK 5 DIGIT FREQUENCY DISPLAY 1. Press Key Lock button to prevent unintentional channel changing. 2. You are now locked and the LOCK icon will appear. 1. Push and hold Memory key for approximately 3 seconds. 40 AM ST 3. Press Key Lock button again to deactivate. 2. Display will change to the 5 digit frequency of the channel selected. LOCK 27.75 5 F RX 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 +30 SIG RX ST +30 SIG 1 AM 1 3 5 9 0.
OPERATION OPERATION CHANNEL SCAN WEATHER CHANNELS 26 27 ALL CHANNEL SCAN WEATHER CHANNELS 1. Set Squelch Control (SQL) to desired setting DSS. *See page 18 to set DSS. 1. Press the CB/WX key. 40 AM +30 SIG RX ST 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 PWR SOUNDTRACKER TM 2. Press Scan key. When activity is found on a channel scanning will stop. 2. The unit will change to the WX function and a weather channel number will be displayed. 1 +30 SIG AM WX RX ST 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 3.
OPERATION OPERATION CHANNEL SAVER/MEMORY CHANNELS MEMORY CHANNELS 28 29 CHANNEL SAVER FEATURE* Automatically retains the last channel used when CB is turned off and returns you to that channel when CB is turned back on. RETRIEVING CHANNELS FROM MEMORY 1. PRESS and RELEASE the Memory key. *To function, the “red wire” must be directly connected to either: 1. Positive (+) battery terminal. 2. Connection on the fuse box that is always on. See installation section for details.
00 OPERATION OPERATION DUAL WATCH DUAL WATCH 30 31 DUAL WATCH 4. Select new channel. Allows you to simultaneously monitor any two preselected channels at one time. 1. Adjust squelch (SQL) setting to the DSS level (see page 18). 5. Press and hold DW key until a beep is heard. 35 AM DW +30 SIG RX ST 1 3 5 9 0.5 1 2 3 4 PWR SOUNDTRACKER TM 2. Set CB to one of the stations you wish to monitor. 40 AM ST 3. PRESS and Hold the DW key until a beep is heard. 6.
32 If You Think You Need Service, Call 773-889-3087 “If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure the fastest turnaround time on your repair.” You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following, in order to have the product serviced and returned. 1. For Warranty Repair proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon or a sales receipt will be required.
34 35 WEATHER CHANNEL MESSAGES USE CHANNEL 9 FOR EMERGENCY ONLY You can receive up to the minute local area weather reports provided by NOAA (National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. An agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, NOAA warns of dangerous weather, charts our seas and skies, guides our use and protection of ocean and coastal resources and conducts research to improve our understanding and stewardship of the environment.
36 37 CB 10-CODES FREQUENCY RANGE Citizens Band radio operators have largely adopted the “10-code” for standard questions and answers. Its use permits faster communications and better understanding in noisy areas. The following table lists some of the more common codes and their meanings: Your COBRA transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM twoway radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service.
38 39 75WXST SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL CHANNELS LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY FREQUENCY TOLERANCE FREQUENCY CONTROL OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE MICROPHONE INPUT VOLTAGE ANTENNA CONNECTOR METER SIZE WEIGHT CB - 40 CH WEATHER - 10 CH CB - 26.965 TO 27.405 MHZ WEATHER - 161.650 TO 163.275 MHZ 0.005 % PLL (PHASE LOCK LOOP) SYNTHESIZER -30° C TO + 65° C ELECTRET, PUSH-TO-TALK 13.8 VDC, EXTERNAL SO 239 LCD DISPLAY, ICONS L 2 3/4" x W 1 7/8" x H 4 1/4" 1 LB.
40 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES You can find these fine accessories at your local Cobra CB dealer. High Performance Magnetic Mount Weather/CB Antenna. ATW-400 $39.95 Remote connector box. AC-701 $29.95 4 foot extension cord. AC-702 $19.95 If you wish, you can order directly from Cobra Order by phone: Call 1-773-889-3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8a.m.-8p.m. M-F CST. Order by mail or fax: Please fill out order form below, and mail/fax directly to Cobra. Part No. Cost Ea. X Qty. = Amount AC-701 $29.
